Senior Manager, Compensation

Electronic Arts (EA); Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 134,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Electronic Arts (EA) in Vancouver seeks a Senior Manager, Compensation to act as a strategic advisor to People Experience partners and business leaders. You will guide global compensation programs, advise on implementations, communications, and administration, and collaborate with PE partners, HRIT, and centers of excellence.

You will report to the Director, Global Compensation Partners, and contribute as a project team member on compensation programs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of compensation experience in a client-facing role.
• Designed and implemented compensation programs including salary structure, bonus and long-term incentives.
• Experience presenting compensation topics to PE Partners and Managers.
• Advanced Excel skills and data modeling/analytics capability.
• Managed close working relationships with executives and peers.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary consultant for the assigned business unit(s), with teams located globally.
• Educate managers and employees on compensation programs.
• Provide creative compensation recommendations aligned with EA's business strategy, compensation philosophy, and culture.
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to develop competitive offers that ensure fair and strategic application of compensation policies.
• Drive and support the planning and delivery of the annual Merit, Bonus, and Equity cycle (Focal).
• Lead or contribute to other projects related to compensation or overall global total reward programs.

Skills

Compensation strategy

Stakeholder management

Excel analytics

Data modeling

Executive presentations

Education

BA/BS in a related field

Job description

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Senior Manager, Compensation

Electronic Arts

Vancouver

The compensation team are trusted consultants to our People Experience (PE) partners and the business leaders at EA. Through conferences, research, networking, and ongoing development opportunities, we stay at the forefront of market trends and marry our knowledge of market practice with the needs of our business to create compelling compensation programs that attract, engage, reward, and retain EA's talent.

You will be a strategic advisor and consultant to PE Partners and Business leaders to guide and meet complex business and talent needs. You will advise on the implementation, communication, and administration of our global programs and help develop /evolve projects with support from a team of PE Partners, HRIT, global compensation team members, and PE centers of excellence (recruiting, learning, analytics). You will report to the Director, Global Compensation Partners, and also work as a project team member on compensation programs. You will work a hybrid schedule, with 3 days a week in our Vancouver office.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary consultant for the assigned business unit(s), with teams located globally
• Establish and nurture consultative and collaborative relationships with PE partners, business leaders, and team members to educate managers and employees on compensation programs.
• Provide creative compensation recommendations and solutions aligned with EA's business strategy, compensation philosophy, and culture.
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to develop competitive offers that ensure fair and strategic application of compensation policies.
• Drive and support the planning and delivery of the annual Merit, Bonus, and Equity cycle (Focal)
• Lead or contribute to other projects related to compensation or overall global total reward programs.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a related field
• 7+ years of compensation experience in a client-facing role
• Managed close working relationships with multiple partners, including executives and peers
• Extensive experience designing and implementing compensation programs (including expertise in salary structure, bonus and long-term programs)
• Experience presenting compensation topics to PE Partners and Managers
• Advanced Excel skills (can perform complex functions) and data modeling/analytics capability

Pay Transparency - North America

Compensation And Benefits

The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).

PAY RANGES

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) *$133,500 - $186,400 CAD

Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.

For Canada, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and other incentive programs.

About Electronic Arts

We're proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.